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Maryborough used to be a busy immigration port into Australia.
It is situated alongside the pretty Mary River and was
originally settled in 1847, although moved in 1855. It
is an attractive area, featuring a blend of old and modern
buildings.
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Maryborough is along the Fraser
Coast Tourist Drive and can be reached from the
Bruce Highway (if driving north or south), as well as from
Hervey Bay (if driving
along the Fraser Coast Tourist Drive). The interesting Tourist
Drive through Maryborough allows you to see some fabulous
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Maryborough is well known for its attractive
buildings, including Victorian and Georgian style architecture
and classic Australian Queenslanders.
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There are plenty of interesting and attractive
buildings which you should visit, many of which can be seen
along the Tourist Drive. Two which you must see include
Maryborough City Hall (1908) and Woodstock House (1914-15).
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If you are interested in architecture and buildings
then there are several streets which you shouldn't miss. Ann Street
hosts a number of fabulous Queenslanders from the 19th century.
More fine buildings along Lennox Street, previously known as 'Silver
Tail Alley'.
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Many fabulous buildings can be found along Wharf Street
Precinct. It is definitely worth wandering along the pretty
street, as it takes you on a journey through history.
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Several of the buildings which can be found along Wharf
Street Precinct include the Bond Store (1864), Customs
House (1901), Maryborough Courthouse (1877), Maryborough
Heritage Centre (1878) and the Maryborough Post Office
(1866).
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There are plenty of attractions
around Maryborough, including several museums and art and craft
galleries. Brennan and Geraghty's Store was built in 1871 and
is now an interesting museum. Gatakers Lane Craft Centre and Old
Warehouse Gallery are two art galleries which are worth visiting.
You can also view exhibitions in the foyer of the wonderful School
of Arts, built in 1887. You can also head to the modern Brolga
Theatre, built in 2000 or visit the Barambah Ridge Vineyard to
try some of the delicious wines.
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There are a number of places you can
visit to find out about the rich industrial history of Maryborough.
Several of these include Hyne and Sone Sawmill (Timber),
Maryborough Sugar Factory (Sugar), Olds Engine House (Engineering)
and Walkers Limited (Sugar & Mining).
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Other places of interest include the late 19th
century St. Marys Roman Catholic Church and St. Pauls Anglican
Church, and the Maryborough Cemetery.
There are a number of shops within Maryborough,
located within the Maryborough Plaza Shopping Centre and the large
Station Square Shopping Centre. There are also plenty of stalls
at the Heritage Markets, which are held in Maryborough every Thursday.
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There are several parks around Maryborough, with many
offering picnic areas and facilities. The closet park
to Maryborough is Queens Park, which is situated alongside
the Mary River, on Sussex Street. Within the park you
will see the Band Rotunda, Fairy Fountain and a 100 year
old Ban Yan Fig.
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Just outside of Maryborough is Kings Oval and
Elizabeth Park. West of Maryborough you will come across the large
Maryborough Golf Course, which is next to the Ululah Lagoon. There
is a picnic and BBQ area here, from where you can view plenty
of birds within the nearby waterbird sanctuary.
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South of Maryborough is the Pioneer Country Park, the
Tinana Recreation Reserve and an Aquatic Park. Within
the Pioneer Park you can enjoy the Pioneer Country Park
Walk.
You can also see the unique Pioneer Monument, which was
erected in 1973. The monument honours the pioneers of
Maryborough, and displays three men, one of the farming
industry, one of heavy industry and the other of the timber
industry.
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Another interesting walk is the Original Maryborough
Site Walk. The original site was situated along Aldridge Street,
which is located north of Maryborough as we know it today.
There is also a selection of accommodation within and around
Maryborough, including a number of hostels.
Maryborough also holds a number of festivals throughout the year.
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